Self-propelled boring and sinking machinery imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported self-propelled boring and sinking machinery worth $22.7 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $20.7M | 821 t |
| 2021 | $15.1M | 829 t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 575 t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 502 t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 430 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 364 t |
Where Tanzania imports self-propelled boring and sinking machinery from
Most of the value came from China (24%), Canada (18%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+599% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.6M | 25% |
| Canada | $4.1M | 18% |
| India | $3.5M | 15% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 12% |
| Sweden | $1.5M | 6.4% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 5.4% |
| Finland | $1.2M | 5.2% |
| France | $805K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $700K | 3.1% |
| Chile | $696K | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.91 per kg, 70% above the world average of $11.71. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Self-propelled boring and sinking machinery exports from Tanzania
Exports of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery by Tanzania reached $1.7 million in 2024 (89 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania self-propelled boring and sinking machinery imports (HS 8430.41): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8430.41: Boring or sinking machinery: self-propelled, n.e.c. in heading no. 8430.
Common questions
What is the value of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported self-propelled boring and sinking machinery worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 194 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-propelled boring and sinking machinery to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by Canada (18%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 599% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.91 per kg in 2024, 70% above the world average of $11.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-propelled boring and sinking machinery to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, an increase of 311%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export self-propelled boring and sinking machinery?
Yes. Tanzania exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Turkey and Kenya. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $21.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-propelled boring and sinking machinery?
The HS code for self-propelled boring and sinking machinery is subheading 8430.41. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8430 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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